Philippa James

Dr. Philippa James (Au.D.) is an experienced audiologist who specialises in hyperacusis, misophonia and tinnitus evaluation and management at DWM Audiology clinic in Heidelberg, Melbourne. Philippa trained under Myriam Westcott and as such, has developed a similar clinical approach which combines Tinnitus Retraining Therapy with Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and mindfulness psychological strategies. Philippa is dedicated to shed a light on the poorly understood conditions of hyperacusis and misophonia through both her clinical practice and research. Philippa conducts clinical research at the department of Audiology & Speech Pathology at The University of Melbourne which focuses on listening differences in autistic individuals. She developed, and continues to run, a specialised autism listening clinic there which identifies and supports auditory concerns, including decreased sound tolerance conditions, in autistic children and adults. Philippa regularly presents her research and shares her clinical knowledge at conferences, workshops and via podcasts.